hedge height

[neja]

how high is my front hedge allowed to be

[Wisebird]

Fences can be 2metres. I don't know if this applies to hedges. However, bylaws exist in some areas due to conservation, etc., which could give different rulings. Our Front Hedge is approximaely 11ft. tall, but then we live right out in the middle of nowhere.

[Drewhound]

If the hedge isn't a boundary between your garden and another, and I assume it isn't, there can only be a byelaw or something in the property deeds

[Kev_UK]

A few years ago giant connifers became the in thing, but became unpopular with neighbours as they blocked out light and views. The council regs state that if they are forming a boundary or hedge then the height can be no more than 2 metres (same as fences), or planning permission will be needed. Freestanding connifers (1 or 2 set apart) should be ok provided they don't cause a nuisance. Regarding hedges to the front of a property, it depends on local regulations. I am in a "open plan" area, which means no high hedges.. I'm not sure what is allowed but a lot of people have small fences, etc. Give the local council a call, their phone number will be in the phone book (and on your council tax bill).. ask for planning dept.